Wandering spleen associated with omphalocele in a neonate: An unusual case with non-operative management

Publication date: Available online 16 June 2017 Source:Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports Author(s): Daisuke Masui, Suguru Fukahori, Kimio Asagiri, Shinji Ishii, Nobuyuki Saikusa, Naoki Hashizume, Motomu Yoshida, Naruki Higasidate, Saki Sakamoto, Shiori Tsuruhisa, Yoshiaki Tanaka, Minoru Yagi Wandering spleen with a history of omphalocele is extremely rare. We encountered a male baby with wandering spleen associated with omphalocele. This case of wandering spleen in a neonate was diagnosed by ultrasound and computed tomography scans after surgery for omphalocele. Our case was able to be managed non-operatively due to the lack of any findings suggesting torsion of the spleen and its asymptomatic status. We herein report the clinical presentation as well as the treatment options regarding wandering spleen associated with omphalocele.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports - Category: Surgery Source Type: research